Some additional work needs to be done at the Vernon Recreation Complex.
While work started on installing disabled accessible doors at the west entrance, a cinder block wall and electrical conduit were discovered under the exterior stucco. They were not shown on technical drawings.
“The existing location of the conduit will interfere with the planned installation of the disabled accessible doors and vestibule,” said Doug Ross, recreation services director, in a memo.
“In order to accommodate the planned installation, new electrical cable will need to be run from the adjacent building. This will require some unanticipated excavation, materials and labour, including the relocation of the hydro panel inside the recreation complex.”
The cinder block, which was originally an external wall, will require abatement of vermiculite insulation which contains asbestos.
Up to $60,000 will come from major maintenance surplus funds to cover the cost.
Pay by phone parking proceeds
Residents will soon be able to dial up parking in downtown Vernon.
City council has approved the implementation of pay by phone technology for parking meters.
“Fewer people carry change,” said Coun. Brian Quiring of allowing electronic payment.
“It’s forward thinking to use the service.”
The city will implement a 35-cent convenience transaction fee.
The bylaw and parking budget will also be bumped up by $4,300 in 2016 to accommodate one-time set up costs for the program.
Powerhouse mural approved
New artwork will portray Vernon’s theatrical heritage.
City council has approved a mural on the east side of Powerhouse Theatre on 35th Avenue.
“The mural depicts the theatre’s history from opening night in November 1963, the day President Kennedy was shot,” said Barbara Keith, Powerhouse marketing director.
“The number of additions and structural changes over the years, including a representation of the original powerhouse hydro generating days, is illustrated. The mural follows our development over 53 years to the award-winning community theatre we are today.”
